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Andalusia
Malaga
La Axarquía
Nerja

El Peñoncillo Viewpoint – Balcony of the Mediterranean loop from Nerja

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Mountain biking trails
Spain
Andalusia
Malaga
La Axarquía
Nerja

El Peñoncillo Viewpoint – Balcony of the Mediterranean loop from Nerja

Moderate

4.3

(21)

102

riders

El Peñoncillo Viewpoint – Balcony of the Mediterranean loop from Nerja

02:34

45.4km

190m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 7.59 km for 54 m

After 8.23 km for 61 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

5.66 km

Virgen del Mar Memorial

Highlight • Religious Site

On the steep coast you can find this rock, on which a white miniature chapel stands. A few niches have been carved into the rock, in which, among other things, …

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2

5.68 km

El Peñoncillo Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Very nice mirador that offers a beautiful view of the cliffs and the small beaches. Wonderful views, a great experience! Just take a short stop and capture the perspectives.

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3

8.20 km

Torrox Costa Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Already quite old.
The construction has rusted well, the glass floors are already a bit dull and the excavation point underneath has been reconstructed with pebbles, concrete blocks and mortar.

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4

8.26 km

Balcony of the Mediterranean

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Balcón Mirador del Faro de Torrox is an impressive viewpoint in Torrox Costa, located right next to the historic Torrox Lighthouse. From this elevated point, visitors can enjoy stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and the surrounding coastal landscape.

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14.2 km

Beach

Beach

6

31.8 km

Castillo del Búho

Highlight • Monument

Built by Anton Jensen, a Danish sculptor living in Torrox, this small castle has become a regular spot for selfies and photos, because besides this curiosity, we can observe a magnificent view of the Vélez-Málaga coastline from this site.

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44.9 km

Mountain bike trail near Nerja

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45.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.8 km

8.40 km

7.99 km

3.23 km

2.75 km

2.70 km

571 m

Surfaces

28.0 km

8.86 km

3.94 km

3.04 km

1.57 km

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Monday 19 October

22°C

17°C

17 %

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